MTD 465 User Manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

Chipper Shredder

Model Series

462 thru 465

Model 465 Shown

IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.

P. O. BOX 1386, KITCHENER, ONTARIO N2G 4J1

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

772C0505C (07/04)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Content Page

Important Safe Operation Practices...................................................................3

Assembling Your Chipper Shredder...................................................................5

Know Your Chipper Shredder ............................................................................7

Operating Your Chipper Shredder ....................................................................8

Maintaining Your Chipper Shredder ..................................................................9

Troubleshooting.................................................................................................12

Warranty............................................................................................................13

Parts List............................................................................................................14

FINDING MODEL NUMBER

This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new chipper shredder. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best perf ormance. Please read and under stand what it says.

Before you start assembling your new equipment, please locate the model pla te on the equipment and copy the information from it in the space provided below. The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from our Customer Support Department or an authorized dealer.

• You can locate the model number by standing behind the unit and lookin g down at the frame below the engine. A sample model plate is explained below. For future reference, please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space be low.

Model Number Numéro de modèle

XXXXXXXXXX

www.mtdcanada.com

Serial Number Numéro de série

XXXXXXXXXXX

MTD PRODUCTS LIMITED KITCHENER, ON N2G 4J1 1-800-668-1238

Copy the model number here:

Copy the serial number here:

ENGINE INFORMATION

The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine- related issues with regards t o performance, powerrating, specifications, warranty and service. Plea se refer to the engine manufacturer’s Owner’s/Operator’s Manual packed separately with your unit for more information.

CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT

Please do NOT return the unit to the retailer from which it was purchase d, without first contacting Customer Support.

Should you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the cont rols, operation or maintenance of this unit, please call the Customer Support Departm ent.

Call 1- 800-668-1238 to reach a Customer Support representative. Please have your unit’s model number and serial number ready when you call. See previous section to locate this information. You will be asked to enter the serial number in order to process your call.

For more details about your machine, visit our website at www.mtdcanada.com

SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES

WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could

endanger the personal safety and/or property of your self and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failur e to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol - heed its warning.

DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe oper ation in this

manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessne ss or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and thro wing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

TRAINING

1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regu lar reference a nd for ordering replacement parts.

2. Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop the machine and disengage them quickly.

3. Never allow children under 16 years old to operate this machine. Children 16 years old and over should read and understand the operation instructions and safety rules in this manual and should be trained and supervised by a parent.

4. Never allow adults to operate t his machine without proper instruction.

5. Keep bystanders, helpers, pets, and childre n at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

6. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.

7. Do not put hands and feet near rotating parts or in the feeding chambers and discharg e opening. Contact with the rotating impeller can amputate fingers, hands, and feet.

8. Never attempt to unclog either th e feed intake or discharge opening, remove or empty bag, or inspect and repair the machine while the engine is running. Shut the engine off and wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine.

PREPARATION

1. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used. Remove all rocks, bottles, cans, or other foreign objects which could be picked up or thrown and cause personal injury or damage to the machine.

2. Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation or while performing an adjustment or repair, to protect eyes. Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes.

3. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes a nd closefitting slacks and shirts. Loose fitting clothes or jewelry can be caught in movable parts. Never operate this machine in bare feet or sandals. Wear leather work gloves when feeding material in the chipper chute.

4. Before starting, check all bolts and screws for proper tightness to be sure the machine is in safe working condition. Also, visually inspect machine for any damage at frequent intervals.

5. Maintain or replace safety and instructions labels, as necessary.

6. To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite. Wash your skin and change clothes immediately.

a. Use only an approved gasoline containe r. b. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and

other sources of ignition. c. Never fuel machine indoors. d. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the

engine is hot or running. e. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes

before refueling. f. Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more

than 1/2 inch below bottom of filler neck to

provide space for fuel expansion. g. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely. h. If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine

and equipment. Move machine to another

area. Wait 5 minutes before starting the

engine. i. Never store the machine or fuel container

inside where there is an open flame, spark,

or pilot light (e.g. furnace, water heater,

space heater, clothes dryer, etc.) j. To reduce a fire hazard, keep machine free

of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up.

Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove any

fuel soaked debris. k. Allow machine to cool at least 5 minutes

before storing.

OPERATION

1. Do not put hands and feet near rotating parts or in the feeding chambers and discharg e opening. Contact with the rotating impeller can amputate fingers, hands, and feet.

2. Bef ore starting the machine, make su re the chipper chute, feed intake, and cutting chamber are empt y and free of all debris.

3. Thoroughly inspect all material to be shredded and remove any metal, rocks, bottles, cans, or other foreign objects which could cause personal injury or damage to the machine.

4. If it becomes necessary to push mater ial through the shredder hopper, use a small diameter stick. Do not use your hands or feet.

5. If the impeller strikes a foreign object or if your machine should start making an unusual noise or vibration, immediately shut the engine off. Allow the impeller to come to a complete stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire, ground it against the engine and perform the following steps:

a. Inspect for damage. b. Repair or replace any damaged parts. c. Check for any loose parts and tighten to

assure continued safe operation.

6. Do not allow an accumulati on of processed material to build up in the discharge area. This can prevent proper discharge and result in kickback of material through the feed opening.

7. Do not attempt to shred or chip material larger than specified on the machine or in this manual. Personal injury or machine damage could re sult.

8. Never attempt to unclog either th e feed intake or discharge opening while the engine is running. Shut the engine off, wait until all moving parts have stopped, disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine before clearing debris.

9. Never operate without the shredd er hopper, chipper chute, or discharge chute properly at tached to the machine. Never empty or change discharge bag while the engine is running.

10. Keep all guards, deflectors and safety devices in place and operating properly.

11. Keep your face and body back and to the side of the chipper chute while feeding material into the machine to avoid accidental kickback injuries.

12. Never operate this machine without good visibility or light.

13. Do not operate this machine on a paved, gravel or non-level surface.

14. Do not operate this machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

15. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch.

16. Never pick up or carry machine while the engine is running.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

1. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.

2. Check bolts and screws for proper tightness at frequent intervals to keep the mach ine in safe working condition. Also, visually inspect machine for any damage and repair, if needed.

3. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, sto p the engine and make certain the impeller and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting.

4. Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine.

5. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.

6. Follow this manual for safe loading, unloading, transporting, and storage of this machine.

7. Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as a water heater, furnace, clothes dryer, etc.

8. Always refer to the operator’s manual for proper instructions on off-season storage.

9. If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoor s.

10. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil, etc. to protect the environment.

WARNING: - YOUR RESPONSIBILITY: Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this ma nual and on the mac hine.

>12mm

S30039

>76mm

S30186

SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR CHIPPER SHREDDER

IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE or OIL in the engine. Be certain to service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual before operating your machine.

NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the chipper shredder is observed from the operating position.

Removing Unit From Carton

• Remove staples, break glue on top flaps, or cut tape at carton end and peel along top flap to open carton.

• Remove loose parts if included with unit (i.e., operator’s manual, etc.)

• Cut along corners, lay carton down fl at, and remove packing material.

• Roll or slide unit out of carton and check carton thoroughly for loose parts.

Loose Parts In Carton (See Figure 1)

• Hopper Assembly

• Discharge Chute

• Chipper Chute (462 thru 465)

• Bag (Not Shown)

• Tamper Plug (If Equipped)

• Safety Glasses (Not Shown)

Disconnecting Spark Plug Wire

Before setting up your chipper shredder , disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and g round against the engine.

Attaching The Discharge Chute (All Models)

• Remove the wing knobs from each side of the lower impeller housing. See Figure 3.

Hex Lock Nut

Discharge Chute

Hopper Assembly

Chipper Chute

Figure 1

Attaching The Hopper Assembly (All Models)

• Remove six hex nuts and washers f rom the weld studs on the impeller housing. Do not remove the support plate. See Figure 2.

• Place hopper assembly into position in fr ont of impeller housing, aligning holes in hopper assembly collar with weld studs.

Impeller Housing

Washer

Hex Nut

Hopper Bracket

Weld Stud

Hopper Assembly

Figure 2

• Slide hopper assembly onto weld studs and replace washers and hex nuts. Do not tighten completely.

• Lift hopper assembly up to impeller bracket assembly and slide the release rod out slightly to hook the hopper bracket onto the rod. See Fi gure 2.

• Tighten the six hex nuts that secure ho pper assembly to impeller housing and also tighten the hex nuts that secure hopper bracket to hopper assembly.

Impeller Bracket

Release Rod

Support Plate

Spacer

Hex Bolt

Wing Knob

Discharge Chute

Figure 3

• Remove the hex lock nut, spacers, and hex bolt from the top of the impeller housing.

• Align the discharge chute in position on the discharge opening and insert hex bolt with spacer through hinge on discharge chute (spacers fit inside of hinges). See Figure 3.

• Place second spacer over hex bolt inside other hinge and secure with hex lock nut.

• Secure both sides of discharge chute to impeller housing using wing knobs previously removed.

Attaching The Chipper Chute

(Select Models 462 Thru 465 Only)

• Remove the three cupped washers and hex nuts from weld studs around the opening on the side of the impeller housing. See Figure 4.

• Remove the hex bolts, flat washers, and lock nuts from the two holes on the upper end of the support brace.

• Align the chipper chute over the weld studs, so the slot in the bottom of the chute is facing down.

• Secure chipper chute with the three cupped washers (cupped side against the chipper chute) and hex nuts previously removed. Do not tighten the nuts at this time.

• The chipper shredder was shipped with one end of the support brace already secured to the lower frame. Loosen but do not remove the bolt s securing the brace to the frame.

• Align the holes in the chute with the holes in the top of the brace and attach brace to chipper chute with hardware previously removed. Tighten securely.

• Tighten the bolts securing the support brace to the frame.

• Tighten the three nuts on the weld studs holding the chipper chute to the impeller housing.

NOTE: Engine is not shown for clarity in Figure 4.

Weld Stud

Discharge Chute

Slot

Chipper Chute

Hex Nut

Cupped Washer

Figure 4

Hex Bolt

Support Brace

Flat Washer

Lock Nut

• Pull on the drawstring until the bag is tight around chute opening.

• Clip the drawstring back onto inself, tight against the discharge chute to secure into position. See Figure 5.

Clip

Chipper Bag

Attaching The Bag (All Models)

Figure 5

• To attach the bag, place the opening of the bag completely over the discharge chute.

SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR CHIPPER SHREDDER

Read this operator’s manual and safety rules before operating your chipper shredder. Compare the illustrations in Figure 6 with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Chipper Chute

Hopper Assembly

Release Rod

Model 465 Shown

Starter Handle

The starter handle is located on the engine. Pull the starter handle to start engine. See Figure 6.

Engine Controls

See the separate engine manual for the locat ion and function of the controls on the engine.

Bag (Not Shown)

Collects shredded or chipped material fed through the chipper chute or hopper assembly.

Starter Handle

Tamper Plug

Figure 6

Release Rod

The release rod is located on the impeller bracket assembly and it is used to release or lock the hopper when raising or lowering. See Figure 6.

Chipper Chute

Allow twigs and small branches up to 3” in diameter on models 462 thru 465 and 2” in diameter on models 463 to be fed into the impeller for chipping. See Figure 6.

Hopper Assembly

Allow leaves and small branches up to 1/2 diameter to be fed into the impeller for chipping and shredding. Material can be raked into hopper assembly by lowering the hopper assembly. See Figure 6.

Tamper Plug (If Equipped)

The tamper plug is designed to insert in the chipper chute to push material toward the impeller. See Figure 6.

SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR CHIPPER SHREDDER

WARNING: The operation of any chipper shredder can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can damage your eyes severely. Always wear the safety glasses provided with this unit or eye shields before chipping or shredding and while performing any adjustments or repairs.

Gas And Oil Fill-Up

Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instr ucted in the separate engine manual packed with your chipper shredder. Read instructions carefully.

WARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors with engine running or until the engine has been allowed to cool for at least two minutes after running.

Starting Engine

• Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain the metal cap on the end of the spark plug is fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark plug.

• Engines with choke lever: Move choke lever on engine to CHOKE position. (A warm engine may not require choking).

• Engines with primer: Prime engine as instructed in separate engine manual.

• The throttle control lever is located on the engine. Move engine throttle control lever to FAST or START position.

• Grasp starter handle and pull rope out slowly until engine reaches start of compression cycle (rope will pull slightly harder at this point).

WARNING: Never run the engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.

Stopping Engine

• Move throttle control lever to STOP or OFF position.

• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug a nd ground against the engine.

NOTE: See your engine manual packed with your unit for more detailed instructions.

To Empty Bag

• Un-clip drawstring and loosen bag from discharge chute opening.

• Empty bag and reattach to the discharge ch ute opening. Pull on the drawstring until the bag is tight around the chute opening and clip the d rawstring tight against the discharge chute.

Lowering The Hopper Assembly

• With one hand grasp the handle at the top of the hopper assembly and lift slightly.

• With the other hand pull out on the release rod and lower the hopper assembly to the ground. See Figure 7.

NOTE: A noise will be heard when finding the start of the compression cycle. This noise is caused by the flails and fingers, which are part of the sh redding mechanism, and it should be expected until the impeller reaches full speed.

• Pull rope with a rapid, continuous, full arm stroke. Keep a firm grip on starter handle. Let rope rewind slowly.

• Repeat the previous steps until engine fires. When engine starts, move choke control (if equipped) gradually to RUN position.

Hopper Assembly

Release Rod

Figure 7

Using The Chipper Shredder

Yard waste such as leaves and pine needles can be raked up through the hopper assembly for shredding. After material has been shredded by the flail blades on the impeller assembly, it will be discharged out of opening or into catcher bag. Do not attempt to shred or chip any material other than vegetati on found in a normal yard (i.e. branches, leaves, twigs, etc.) Avoid fibrous plants such as tomato vines until they are thoroughly dried out. Twigs and small branches up to 3”

Hopper Assembly

in diameter on models 462 thru 465 and 2” in diameter on models 463 can be fed into the chipper chute. If equipped, use the tamper plug to push material into the

Model 465 Shown

chipper chute. See Figure 8. IMPORTANT: The flail screen is located inside the

housing in the discharge area. If the flail screen becomes clogged, remove and clean as instructed in SECTION 5: MAINTAINING YOUR CHIPPER SHREDDER. For best performance, it is also important to keep the chipper blade sharp.

SECTION 5: MAINTAINING YOUR CHIPPER SHREDDER

Customer Responsibilities

MAINTENANCE

SCHEDULE

Lubricate Release Bracket

T C

Lubricate Hopper Assembly

U D

Lubricate Discharge Chute

O R P

Check Chipper Blade

Discharge Chute

Figure 8

Chipper Chute

SERVICE

DATES

Check Oil

Change Oil

E N

Clean Air Filter

G EN

Clean Engine Check Spark Plug

WARNING: Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and ground against engine before cleaning, lubricating or doing any kind of maintenance on your machine.

Lubrication

Release Rod: Lubricate the release rod and spring with light oil once a season.

Hopper Assembly: Lubricate the pivot points on the hopper assembly with light oil once a season.

Discharge Chute: Lubricate the pivot points on the chute deflector with light oil once a season.

Engine: Follow the separate engine manual packed with you unit for lubrication instructions.

Maintenance

Engine

Refer to the separate engine manual for all engine maintenance instructions.

• Check engine oil leve l before each use as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit. Read and follow instructions carefully.

• Clean air cleaner ever y 25 hours under normal conditions or once a season. Clean every few hours under extremely dusty conditions. To service the air cleaner, refer to the separate engine manual packed with your unit.

• The spark pl ug should be cleaned and the gap reset once a season. Check engine manual for correct plug type and gap specifications.

Removing The Flail Screen

If the discharge area becomes clogged, remove t he flail screen and clean area as follows:

• Stop the engine and make certain the chipper shredder has come to a complete stop.

• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark pl ug and ground against the engine.

• Remove the bag and two wing knobs on each side of the discharge chute and lift the discharge chute up to keep it out of the way. See Figure 9.

Sharpening Or Replacing Chipper Blades

• Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine.

• Remove the flail screen as instructed in the previous section.

• Remove the chipper chute by removing three he x nuts and washers.

Models 462 or 465

• Remove the chipper chute support brace from t he frame by removing the hex bolts.

All Models

• Rotate the impeller assembly by hand until you locate one of the two chipper blades in the chipper chute opening.

• Remove the blade by removing the internal hex screws, lock washers and hex nuts which secure it to the impeller. Retain the hardware. See Figure 10.

Discharge Chute

Hairpin Clips

Wing Knobs

Figure 9

• Remove the two hairpin clips from each clevis pin which extend through the housing and remove the pins. See Figure 9.

• Remove the flail screen from inside the housing and clean the screen by scraping or washing with water.

• Reinstall the screen, making certain to reassemble the flail screen with the curve side down.

• Reattach the discharge chute with the har dware previously removed and connect the bag (if equipped) to unit.

Lock Washer & Nut

Internal Hex Screw

Impeller

Chipper Blade

Figure 10

NOTE: Use a 3/16” hex key (Allen) wrench on the

outside of the blade and a 1/2” box (or socket) wrench on the inside of the impeller. Hold the Allen wrench stationary and rotate the box (or socket) wrench to loosen the nut.

• Install a replacement blade (Part No. 781-0490) with the hardware removed earlier or sharpen.

IMPORTANT:

When sharpening the blade, protect hands by using gloves. Follow the original angle of grind and make sure to remove an equal amount f rom each blade.

• To replace the other blade, rotate th e impeller to

expose the second blade and repeat the steps above.

NOTE: Make certain blades are reassembled with the sharp edge facing upward. Torque hardware to 250 300 in. lbs.

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